Water Hardness and Quality in Pocklington Provincial

Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Pocklington Provincial (East Riding of Yorkshire)

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Pocklington Provincial has hard water with quality that meets all UK drinking water standards.

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Water Quality Scorecard

Total Hardness

Guideline: 150+ mg/l is considered hard

280.94mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Above Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.34pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.43mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

36.35mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

0.09µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
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Fluoride

UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l

0.09mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lBelow Average
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Water Hardness in Pocklington Provincial

Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.

280.94mg/l CaCO₃Hard
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Pocklington Provincial has hard water at 280.94 mg/l. You will likely experience significant limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and on bathroom surfaces. Many residents in your area use water softeners or anti-limescale products.

Water Source Information

Water Company
Yorkshire Water
Supply Zone
Pocklington Provincial (East Riding of Yorkshire)
Source Type
Groundwater
Treatment Works
East Riding of Yorkshire Treatment Works
Last Tested
2025-12-31
Data Source
Yorkshire Water

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Pocklington Provincial?
Yes, Pocklington Provincial has hard water at 280.94 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Pocklington Provincial tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Pocklington Provincial is safe to drink. It is treated and tested by Yorkshire Water and meets all UK Drinking Water Inspectorate standards. All tested parameters are within regulatory limits.
What is the water hardness in Pocklington Provincial?
The water hardness in Pocklington Provincial is 280.94 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Pocklington Provincial?
Water in Pocklington Provincial is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at East Riding of Yorkshire Treatment Works.
Disclaimer: Water quality data is sourced from Yorkshire Water and may not reflect real-time conditions. For health or medical decisions, please contact Yorkshire Water directly or consult the Drinking Water Inspectorate at dwi.gov.uk. Data last updated: 2025-12-31.